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The Boys - Hardback Book

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The boys had been friends for as long as they could remember and a little while before that. They were like brothers.


Follow the adventures of Tam, Rey, Nattie and Bobby - four boys who share a friendship that will last a lifetime. 

From playing on the beach as babies to navigating the journey from childhood to adulthood, this beautifully illustrated picture book explores the importance of male friendships. Emotive storytelling by Lauren Ace gently presents themes of individuality, grief, togetherness and feelings, while Jennie Lovlie's stylish artwork delicately presents the difficulties and triumphs of growing up.

This is the perfect book for young readers who are facing big changes, and opens up discussions about school-life and the future.

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Customer Reviews (4.7 / 5 · 14 reviews)

Alexander E. ★★★★★

Picked this up for a nostalgic read and the hardback binding lays flat nicely, which I appreciate. It's a sweet little tale about four friends who feel like real brothers, and my kid’s already asking to read it again tonight.

Amelia ★★★★★

The hardback cover feels sturdy enough to survive a dozen bedtime rereads, and the story’s opening line about the boys being friends “a little while before that” hooked me instantly. My kid giggled through the first chapter and asked for it again the same night, which says it all.

Steven H. ★★★★★

The way the four boys are written feels so genuine, like they've actually been through everything together, and the friendship between Tam, Rey, Nattie, and Bobby really carries the story. It's a sturdy hardback that'll survive being read over and over, which is exactly what I wanted for my son's sh